Don't Throw Used Teabags: 7 DIY Skin Care & Beauty Hacks

I’ve always thrown away teabags after using them, never even thinking about how much of a treasure they are for my skin! But a while ago, I was reading an article on iDiva, and I was really amazed. The author of that article stated that used teabags are rich in antioxidants and tannins, which can help reduce various skin problems, such as puffiness, dark circles, and inflammation, and even heal them over time.

I tried these tips myself and now I want to share the experience with you. These simple DIY beauty tips are not only useful but also add a fun and experimental touch to your daily skin routine.

7 Tricks to Use Used Teabags for Your Skin

If you think that once you brew a teabag, you’re done with it, you’re mistaken! Let’s introduce 7 simple and practical tips to reuse used teabags for skin care and enjoy their natural and amazing benefits.

#1 Reduce Puffiness & Dark Circles Around The Eyes

One of the simplest things is to put used tea bags on the eyes after they cool down. For this DIY hack, green tea or black tea works best because of their caffeine content which improves blood circulation. I let the teabag cool down a little. Then, I left them on my eyes for 10 minutes. After trying this a few times over the week, the puffiness of my eyes reduced, and the dark circles around my eyes became lighter.

An article in Healthline also confirmed that the tannins and antioxidants in tea help reduce inflammation and puffiness of the eyes. The interesting thing is that if you take the bags out of the refrigerator and let them cool down to room temperature, the effect doubles while giving your eyes a wonderful feeling of relaxation.

I even put two teabags on my eyes before bedtime. The following morning, I felt I slept far better than before.

#2 Treating Acne & Skin Inflammation

One day, when I had acne on my face, I decided to put a teabag on my acne. Green tea is the best option because it has natural anti-inflammatory properties. I put the wet and slightly cold bag on the acne and washed it off after 15 minutes. A few days into this routine and, to my surprise, I saw that the redness of the acne and inflammation had decreased significantly.

I also read a scientific study that showed how polyphenols in green tea can limit the growth of bacteria and reduce inflammation. It is interesting to know that I once even placed a green teabag on my forehead, which had a large acne, and it was surprisingly shrunk within two days. This simple trick really works wonders, especially for days when I have unexpected acne.

#3 Brightening Your Eyebrows

If you put a teabag on your eyebrows, it would make them fuller or darker. I tried this for a few weeks, and I couldn’t believe it, it really worked. All you have to do is apply a brewed and cooled teabag to your eyebrows, wait 10 minutes, then wash it off.

#4 Soothes Irritated Skin

If your skin is red and irritated after sunbathing or shaving, teabags are your best friend. I moisten a used green or chamomile teabag and place it on the irritated skin. The cooling and soothing sensation is great, and the redness is reduced.

Many recommend that used tea bags can act as a natural anti-inflammatory. I even tried this on days when I was very stressed and my skin was sensitive. I felt the tension going away as my skin got a little smoother and softer.

#5 Cleansing and Oil Control

One of my interesting experiences was putting used black tea bags on oily skin. The tannins in the tea help to tighten pores and reduce skin oil residues. I waited for the teabag to cool down. Then gently rubbed it on my nose and forehead before rinsing my face with lukewarm water. After a few days, My skin was less oily and fresher.

It’s a really simple and natural method for those with oily skin looking for an instant solution.

#6 Gentle Exfoliation

When I crush dried tea bags and mix them with a little honey, it makes a natural and gentle scrub for the skin. This combination not only removes dead skin cells but also softens and brightens the skin.

#7 Relieve Bruises and Minor Hemorrhages

I once fell down the stairs and bruised my knee. I remembered that my mom always placed used tea bags to reduce bruising. I tried the same old technique and placed a cold teabag on the bruise. After a few times trying it, I saw that the bruise gradually became lighter, faster than usual.

The tannins and anti-inflammatory properties of tea are really effective. Even my friends started trying it themselves when I told them about this simple DIY hack for skin. They tried and agreed that it was an effective method.

Conclusion

Well, now you can stop throwing away your used tea bags and turn them into a beauty treasure! After trying these 7 tricks, I myself saw that my skin became fresher, my eye puffiness decreased, and my acne healed faster. The most important thing is that with natural and simple ingredients, you can make skin care more attractive and lovable. These experiments are not only purely cosmetic, but also add a fun and experimental feel to your daily routine. Every time you put a used tea bag on your skin, it’s like we’re experiencing a little beauty secret together. So the next time you brew tea, give it a try, I’m sure you’ll be amazed by the results!